Job Title: Sales Development Representative (SDR) Resident
Location: Dallas, Texas
Employer:
SV Academy
Are you looking at breaking into the technical sales industry? Our program provides real-world experience to prepare you for a successful career.
This unique opportunity provides aspiring tech sales professionals with opportunity minus risk, tuition-free boot camp training, and extended support in your first 3 months on the job.
We believe in removing barriers to your success. That's why we offer:
Tuition-free training: Gain top-tier sales education without the financial burden.
3-months of support: We continue to support you for the first three crucial months on your job, ensuring a smooth transition into your new role.
About SV Academy:
SV Academy is your fast track to a rewarding career in the tech industry. With personalized coaching and industry-aligned curriculum, we've helped over 5000 graduates from diverse backgrounds launch successful careers in sales and business development.
This is a unique opportunity to participate in our comprehensive SDR Residency. which consists of a free one-week training period followed by a full-time W2, salaried, 12-week Fellowship with one of our Employer Partners (EPs). Residents will receive hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world experience to prepare them for a successful career in software sales. SDRs are pivotal to the sales cycle by focusing on top-of-funnel activities, including gathering prospect data, educating prospects, qualifying leads, and booking meetings. This role is essential for driving growth and expanding the customer base, making it a key entry point for careers in tech sales.
Key Role Responsibilities for your Residency:
The Sales Development Representative (SDR) will work with a group of seasoned software sales and marketing professionals to generate sales leads. The SDR will schedule appointments for the sales team, qualify and validate leads from our CRM (Customer Relationship Management) (Salesforce.com) and upload new client information. The ideal candidate is competitive, energetic, passionate and customer focused. Successful Sales Development Representatives will be considered for advancement to higher-level sales positions within the department. This is an entry-level position - great for a professional seeking an access point to a sales career in the technology industry. #
Prospect and qualify leads for the sales team.
Make outbound calls when necessary and represent the company in a highly professional manner.
Answer the customers' questions and provide appropriate additional information to the sales team to start or continue the sales cycle.
Capture accurate and legible documentation on all call activity in Salesforce.
Maintain departmental standards for quality.
Achieve defined productivity goals.
Follow weekly schedules and schedule changes based on call volume.
Requirements:
Strong phone etiquette
Ability to learn, listen and solve problems effectively
Demonstrated strengths in verbal and written communication skills including appropriate grammar and punctuation.
Ability to communicate empathy and confidence in out-bound contact center environments.
Persistent in ensuring issues are resolved accurately, effectively, and timely.
Ability to maintain and update online documentation clearly and effectively.
Ability to follow precise direction without continuous supervision.
Detail-oriented and flexible.
Ability to capture detailed information into the CRM (Salesforce.com).
Bilingual skills a plus.
What SVA Offers:
Scholarship to our intensive boot camp, followed by a full-time, 12-week Residency with the Employer Partner as a W2 Employee.
Hands-on training, mentorship, and guidance from industry experts and experienced sales professionals.
Opportunity to gain practical technical sales experience and develop valuable skills for a successful career in business development.
Access to networking events, career development workshops, and ongoing support from SV Academy.
Supportive Environment: Collaborative and supportive team culture.
Competitive Compensation: Monthly stipend during Residency/Fellowship and Base salary with performance-based incentives and benefits as an FTE with the EP.
Job Type: Full-Time Employment (FTE)
Compensation: $53-78K OTE ($53K base + commission) and Standard
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How to Apply: Submit your updated resume online. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the interview process.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
SV Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.